evolve endurance festival

Join our festival

We are opening our gates to all who love endurance sports - join us at our fairytale Chateau in the Loire.

You can camp, bring your mobile home or stay at our Chateau. Bring the family or come alone. Have a full week's coached training, join in the swim, cycle or run programmes or just a few sessions. And you can race the Century Ride, Half Marathon, 3km Swim or all three! Free entry to our local triathlon, for kids and adults, is included.

There will be experienced coaches, ride leaders and sports scientists on site and live music and events throughout the week. You will have access to our swimming pool, running trail and performance gym throughout and be able to relax in our 27 acre estate, enjoying the best that the Loire has to offer.

A maximum of 100 guests will stay with us, in our wonderful Chateau, set in 27 acres of picturesque parkland grounds. For those in the Chateau, all meals are included. The perfect early summer break.

accommodation options

Chateau (including food and drink)
Mobile Home (Caravan, Campervan, RV)
Camping Pitch (for up to 4 people)

coaching options

Full Coaching Programme, tailored to your needs and including 1-1, small group and group training
Discipline specific, swim, bike or run coached programme, including 1-1, small group and group sessions
Sports science testing and 1-1 assessment sessions
Strength & Conditioning, Yoga and Pilates classes
Massage, physiotherapy and spa treatments

 

 

Race options

100 mile, supported cycle ride
3km or 5km open water swim
Half marathon
Local sprint, supersprint and children's triathlon

 

 

STUNNING VENUE

Gorgeous Chateau, with luxury, boutique style accommodation, superb sports facilities, and welcoming social areas, set in 9 hectares of beautiful woodland grounds. Referenced in Times Top 20 Chateaux.

Quality TRAINING

Our retreats are designed and delivered for children and adults. Our team includes experienced coaches, sports scientists, yoga, fitness and pilates instructors and massage therapists, to provide you with amazing support.

FAMILY INCLUSIVE

Enjoy the holiday you all deserve. On site childcare supports the daily activity schedule. Relax together in our beautiful grounds. Enjoy local excursions together or shopping or spa days alone.

QUALITY LOCATION

Easily accessible from the UK and Europe, yet peaceful and uncrowded. Our wonderful corner of the Loire, with its historic sites and deep cultural heritage blends perfectly with the French chic of the local markets, shops and spas and the tranquility of the Mayenne .

PERIOD LUXURY

Individually designed en-suite bedrooms, stunningly renovated sitting rooms and cosy reading areas inspire and relax whilst staying true to the Chateau's heritage.

EXPERT TEAM

Group Evolution have built a highly experienced team of coaches, sports scientists and therapists. Personal service in an enjoyable, relaxing group environment. Approximately 1:4, staffing:guests, ratio

DELICIOUS FOOD

All meals and snacks are provided. Our nutritious main meals are designed to support your active lifestyle but also to be tasty and excite our younger guests. Snacks are available for the times in between. And homemade energy bars are available for those longer efforts.

SUPERB ON-SITE FACILITIES

Woodchip running trail, performance gym, swimming pool, lake and yoga studio for the active. Woodland paths, secluded picnic spots, lakeside decking and a walled garden for relaxation. You need never leave the grounds of the Chateau de la Motte Henry.

UPCOMING RETREATS

Prepare for Andalucia-Torremolinos

11th-16th September 2024 | 6 days

From £1,040

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Swim Well

18-24 Sept '24, 14-18 June & 12-15 Sept '25 | 4, 5 or 7 days

From £700
Assumes 2 guests sharing twin or double room. Single room supplement from £100.

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Run Well

11-16 Oct '24, 10-14 Apr & 3-8 Oct '25 | 5 or 6 days

From £850
Single occupancy supplement £150

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Marathon Preparation

18-24 Oct '24, 17-23 Feb, 24 Feb-2 Mar '25 | 6 nights / 7 days

From £950
Discounts for 2 camps & ongoing support

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Prepare to Succeed

8-12 Nov (France) & 29 Nov-2 Dec (UK) | 4 days

From £695

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Private Club Week

2-8 Apr & 15-21 May 2025 |

From £375pp
Catering and coaching support available

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Happier Together – Family Activity Holiday

15-21 April 2025 | 7 days

From £2750 for a family of 4
Full Board and Accommodation

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GB Age Group Camps

Pontevedra, 1-6 May Wollongong, 6-11 July '25 | 6 days

From £1,240

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Joel Filliol Retreat

7-13 May & 7-13 June '25 | The Next Level

From £1,850
Single room supplement £150.

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The Next Level

23-29 May 2025 | The Next Level

From £1,450
Single room supplement £250.

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Mark Allen Experience

20-26 June & 28 June-4 July '25 | 7 Days

From £2,600
All-inclusive, Partners welcome

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Evolve Endurance Festival 2025

12-18 July 2025 | 7 days

From £500
Multiple accommodation, event and coaching options

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THE VENUE

Chateau de la Motte Henry is a beautiful, 19th Century Chateau set in over 9 hectares of glorious parkland in the Pays de la Loire. Easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe, the Chateau is equipped with first class health, fitness and leisure facilities to allow guests to relax and reenergise. The spacious accommodation remains true to the Chateau’s heritage, updated for modern convenience.

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HEALTHY, NUTRITIOUS FOOD

LOVINGLY PREPARED

Our nutritionist and chef have designed an eye-catching, delicious menu, founded in local, organic produce. We serve the highest quality, locally produced organic food to produce an energising and detoxifying menu throughout your stay. Vegetarians and vegans catered for.

SAMPLE MENU

BREAKFAST

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Signature home-made Granola

Fresh fruit platter

Scrambled eggs with smoked trout & dill

Apple and cinnamon porridge bake

Wake up energising smoothies

Fresh orange and apple juice

LUNCH

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Sweet potato falafels

Chicken and lettuce roll ups

Mixed bean and cashew nut salad

Tangier mint taboulleh

Carrot cumin and lemon salad

Green Salad

DINNER

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Roasted tomato & red pepper soup

Vegetable or meat lasagne (with brown rice lasagne)

Quinoa, garlic and sweet potato balls

Side salad

Strawberry sorbet

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